Shannon Weber

A late-fall monsoon tested Florence USD’s emergency preparedness. Here’s how training, communication, and teamwork kept 2,700 students safe. by Shannon Weber, Florence USD April 30, 2026 Florence USD effectively managed a late-fall monsoon, highlighting the district's emergency preparedness efforts. Training, communication, and teamwork were crucial in ensuring the safety of 2,700 students. The district's response demonstrated their capacity to handle severe weather events and maintain safety.

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WEEKLY READER Feminist reads, every Saturday morning. Of Course the Police Allowed White People to Stage a Coup by Shannon Weber The police’s investment in curbing white domestic terrorism remains an open question at best. 1. The tale of the so-called “Bean Dad" went viral this week as yet another example of a parent that went too far online. [Rachel Charlene Lewis] 2. Pregnant people are weighing the COVID vaccines—with no guidance. [Devon Haynie] 3.